2025 African Footballer of the Year: Achraf Hakimi. Photo by IMAGO
Paris Saint-Germain defender Achraf Hakimi has stolen the spotlight with a compilation video celebrating his CAF 2025 Men’s Player of the Year triumph, Soccernet.ng reports.
The video, posted by @PoojaMedia on X, uses Nigerian superstar Burna Boy’s hit track On The Low as its soundtrack.
In the video, Hakimi revealed his luxury travel clips, red carpet shots, and on-pitch highlights to capture the attention of his fans.
Achraf Hakimi Uses Burna Boy’s Song: What Happened?
A 37-second video posted by @PoojaMedia showcased Hakimi’s journey to the 2025 CAF Awards.
The montage captured the PSG and Morocco star flying into Marrakech, walking the red carpet, and eventually lifting the prestigious African Player of the Year trophy.
Watch Achraf Hakimi’s Video Here:
Hakimi used Burna Boy’s On The Low for his CAF Awards compilation video.
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— POOJA!!! (@PoojaMedia) November 23, 2025
Burna Boy’s On The Low
The soundtrack of the video — Burna Boy’s 2018 hit On The Low — plays a key role in its reception. The song’s lyrics about quiet confidence mirror Hakimi’s calm yet dominant presence throughout the 2024–25 season.
Its inclusion has been widely praised as a deliberate nod to Nigeria’s Afrobeat songs.
Who Won the CAF 2025 POTY Award?
Hakimi was crowned the CAF 2025 Men’s Player of the Year, to become the first defender in 52 years to claim the honour.
The 27-year-old enjoyed an outstanding campaign for both Paris Saint-Germain and the Moroccan national team with goals, assists, and a commanding defensive displays throughout the season.
His performances in Ligue 1, the Champions League, and Morocco’s international fixtures placed him ahead of fellow finalists Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen.